Tennessee knows how to keep folks coming back for more.
Whether it’s sizzling hot chicken that’ll make your taste buds dance or fluffy pancakes stacked sky-high, some spots in the Volunteer State have lines that wrap around the block—and people still show up with smiles on their faces.
I’ve waited my fair share of hours for a taste of Tennessee’s finest, and trust me, these places are worth every minute.
1. Prince’s Hot Chicken — Nashville
Spice lovers unite at this legendary Nashville joint where the heat is real and the wait is even longer. Prince’s practically invented hot chicken, and their recipe has been setting mouths on fire since the 1930s. The line snakes out the door most days, but nobody seems to mind when they know what’s waiting inside…